Honduras: More Investors in Tela Bay

Diana Villeda, chief financial officer of Tela Bay Tourist Development (DTBT in Spanish) announced that an amendment will be made to the syndicated loan agreement, integrating this contribution and bringing the total credit to $26 million.

This new contribution is in addition to the $24 million syndicated loan involving the Rural Development Bank (Banrural), Banco Pichincha of Panama, BAC Honduras and Ficensa and Banco Ficohsa.

"The funds will be used for the development of the second stage of the project dedicated to the construction of civil works, infrastructure and acquisition of equipment for the five-star resort and golf course designed by the prestigious Gary Player firm", reported Elheraldo.

Source: elheraldo.hn

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